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1 Church Daycare in Amherst, Virginia

Browse all 1 church daycare in Amherst, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Amherst

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Amherst Baptist Church
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    226 Lexington Tpke., Amherst, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 91 children

    Amherst Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and quality preschool program. The facility is noted for its loving people and opportunities for children's ministries.

    welcoming communityquality preschool programrelaxed atmospherechildren's and youth ministries

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Amherst based on parent reviews

Amherst Baptist Church

4.6(12)

226 Lexington Tpke., Amherst, VA

Amherst Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and quality preschool program. The facility is noted for its loving people and opportunities for children's ministries.

welcoming communityquality preschool programrelaxed atmosphere

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Daycare types in Amherst

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Amherst, Virginia

There are 1 church daycare in Amherst, Virginia, making up 17% of the 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Amherst, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Church Daycare in Amherst

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Amherst Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Amherst Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and quality preschool program. The facility is noted for its loving people and opportunities for children's ministries.

welcoming communityquality preschool programrelaxed atmosphere
Address
226 Lexington Tpke., Amherst, VA
Phone
(434) 942-6802

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Amherst, Virginia, out of 6 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Amherst, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Amherst offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Virginia typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Amherst for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Amherst must be licensed by Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.